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Question 1Single Answer
A. Government of India Act 1858 control     1. Absolute imperial
B.Indian Councils Act 1861                          2.Non official members in executive council 
C. Indian Council                                         3.Separate representation of Muslim community                       Act1909
D. Government of                                         4.Dyarchy in the India Act 1919 provinces    
  1. A
    A       B      C        D
    2       3       1        4
  2. B
    4       1       2        3
  3. C
    3       4       1        2
  4. D
    1        2       3        4
Question 2Single Answer
Which of the following is/are the principal features of the government of India Act 1919?
1. Introduction of diarchy in the executive government of the provinces.
2. Introduction of separate communal electorate for Muslims.
3. Devolution of legislative authority by the centre to the provinces.
4. Expansion and reconstitution of central and provincial legislatures.
  1. A
    1, 2 and 3
  2. B
    1, 2 and 4
  3. C
    2, 3 and 4
  4. D
    1, 3 and 4
Question 3Single Answer
Consider the following statements:
The Indian constitution is
1. Unwritten constitution
2. Written constitution
3. Largely based on government of India
Act, 1935
  1. A
    1 and 2 are correct
  2. B
    2 and 3 are correct
  3. C
    1 and 3 are correct
  4. D
    None of the above
Question 4Single Answer
Consider the following statements with reference to the term secularism:
1. Secularism means that the state has no recognized religion of state.
2. Secularism means that the state treats all the religions equally.
3. Secularism means that the state regulates the relation of man with God.
Which of these statements is/are correct ?
  1. A
    1, 2 and 3
  2. B
    1 and 2
  3. C
    2 and 3
  4. D
    1 and 3
Question 5Single Answer
Which one is not correctly matched?
  1. A
    Freedom of speech  -  include freedom of  and expression press
  2. B
    Freedom of    -   include right to wear and carry kirpans by Sikhs.
  3. C
    conscience
    Right to personal -  include right to carry on any trade or business liberty
  4. D
    (d) Right to equality  -   includes principles of natural justice
Question 6Single Answer
The Governor of a State is appointed by the President on the advice of the 
  1. A
    Prime Minister
  2. B
    Vice- President
  3. C
    Chief Minister
  4. D
    Chief Justice
Question 7Single Answer
 An accused person has been provided with the following protections by constitution of India:
1. Ex post facto law
2. Safeguard against arrest and detention
3. Double jeopardy.
 Arrange the protections in the order in which  they appear in the Indian constitution.
  1. A
    Codes:
    1, 3, 2
  2. B
    1, 2, 3
  3. C
    3, 1, 2
  4. D
    2, 1,3
Question 8Single Answer
Article 16(4A) which gives power to the State to make laws regarding reservation in favour of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes was added by the
  1. A
    75th Amendment to the Constitution of India
  2. B
    76th Amendment to the Constitution of India
  3. C
    77th Amendment to the Constitution of India
  4. D
    78th Amendment to the Constitution of India
Question 9Single Answer
Match the following:
A. Right to go                  1. Bhim Singh's  case.
abroad
B. Prisoner's right            2. Maneka Gandhi's case
C. Death penalty             3. Bacchan Singh's case
D. Government's             4. Sunil Batra's case.
liability
  1. A
    Codes:
     A      B      C     D
     2       4       1     3
  2. B
    4      2       3     1
  3. C
    2      4       3      1
  4. D
    4      2       1      3
Question 10Single Answer
A resolution passed under Clause (1) of Article 249 shall remain in force for such period not exceeding
  1. A
    Three months
  2. B
    Six months
  3. C
    Nine months
  4. D
    Twelve months
Question 11Single Answer
Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched?
  1. A
    Habeas corpus     - available against private individual as well.
  2. B
    Quo warranto       - available against subordinate courts only
  3. C
    Certiorari              - available against autonomous bodies only
  4. D
    Prohibition           - directs a public authority to perform a task.
Question 12Single Answer
Match the following:
A. Right to go abroad                 1. Bhim Singh's  case.
B. Prisoner's right                       2. Maneka Gandhi's case
C. Death penalty                         3. Bacchan Singh's case
D. Government's liability           4. Sunil Batra's case.
  1. A
    A      B      C     D
    2      4       1     3
  2. B
    4      2       3     1
  3. C
    2      4       3      1
  4. D
    4      2       1      3
Question 13Single Answer
Match the following:
  1. A
    Right to live with human dignity enshrined in Art. 21 derives life breath
    from DPSP Clauses e and f of Art. 39, 41 and 42.
  2. B
    Speedy trial is an essential ingredient of just, fair and reasonable procedure guaranteed by Art. 21.
  3. C
    In PIL, a total stranger to a trial cannot be permitted to question the correctness of the conviction of the accused.
  4. D
    In case of helplessness or disability, any member of the public can maintain an
Question 14Single Answer
List-I                                                   List-II
Balaji vs. Stateof Mysore          1. Doctrine of waiver
of fundamental rights               
Maneka Gandhi                        2. Religious freedom
vs. UOI
Rev. Stanilaus                          3. Right to life and  personal liberty
vs. State of MP           
Bashesher Nath                         4. Reservation for backward classes
vs. IT, Commr.                             5. Doctrine of severeability
  1. A
    A      B      C      D
    4       2      3       1
  2. B
    5       4      3       2
  3. C
    4        3      2       1
  4. D
    5        3     2        1
Question 15Single Answer
List-I                                  List-II
Independence of judiciary            1. Administrative adjudication
Executive legislation                     2. Parliamentary form of government
Quasi-judicial  functions               3. Appointment and transfer of judges
Collective responsibility                4. Ordinance
  1. A
    A     B     C    D
    2      1     4     3
  2. B
    3      4     1     2
  3. C
    2      4     1     3
  4. D
    3      I     4      2
Question 16Single Answer
The 73rd Amendment provides a ____ tier system of panchayats:
  1. A
    3
  2. B
    4
  3. C
    2
  4. D
    1
Question 17Single Answer
 List-I                       List-II
A Habeas corpus     1. Violation of natural  justice
B. Mandamus           2. Unlawful arrest and detention
C. Quo-warranto       3. Exercise of power  without jurisdiction
D. Certiorari              4. Non performance of  public duty.
  1. A
    A       B     C    D
    2      4       3    1
  2. B
    1      3       4    2
  3. C
    2       3      4   1
  4. D
    1       4    3    2
Question 18Single Answer
The fundamental duties provided in the  constitution are:
1. To value and preserve rich heritage of our  composite culture.
2. To safeguard private property.
3. To develop scientific temper, humanism, and spirit of inquiry and reform of these  fundamental duties include:
  1. A
    1, 2 and 3
  2. B
    1 and 2
  3. C
    2 and 3
  4. D
    1 and 3
Question 19Single Answer
If a new state of Indian union is to be created____ schedule of the constitution must be amended?
  1. A
    First
  2. B
    Second
  3. C
    Third
  4. D
    Fourth
Question 20Single Answer
Which one of the following statements correctly describes the fourth schedule of the constitution of India?
  1. A
    It lists the distribution of powers between  the union and the states.
  2. B
    It contains the languages listed in the constitution.
  3. C
    It contains the provision regarding the  administration of tribal areas.
  4. D
    It allocates seats in the council of states.
Question 21Single Answer
The 8th schedule of the Indian Constitution contains the:
  1. A
    Fundamental rights
  2. B
    DPSP
  3. C
    List of languages recognised by the constitution
  4. D
    Number of states and UTS
Question 22Single Answer
Provisions regarding anti defection are provided in ____of the constitution of India.
  1. A
    2nd schedule 
  2. B
    5th schedule
  3. C
    8th schedule    
  4. D
    10th schedule
Question 23Single Answer
At the time of framing there were ____Schedules in the constitution of India.
  1. A
    8
  2. B
    10
  3. C
    12
  4. D
    11
Question 24Single Answer
The house may declare the seat vacant after_____ , of any member, if he is absent from all meetings without permission of the house.
  1. A
    30 days
  2. B
    45 days
  3. C
    60 days
  4. D
    90 days
Question 25Single Answer
When the offices of both the speaker and the deputy speaker are vacant, _____ appoints a person to perform the functions of the speaker.
  1. A
    The President
  2. B
    The prime minister
  3. C
    The chief justice of India
  4. D
    Council of ministers
Question 26Single Answer
The framers of the constitution borrowed the  idea of judicial review from the constitution  of:
  1. A
    France
  2. B
    USA
  3. C
    United Kingdom
  4. D
    None of these
Question 27Single Answer
Decision of _______is final regarding the disqualification of a member of either house of Parliament under Art. 103.
  1. A
    The election commission
  2. B
    President
  3. C
    Speaker of Lok Sabha
  4. D
    Prime minister
Question 28Single Answer
Part______ of the constitution of the India talks about municipalities?
  1. A
    Part IX
  2. B
    Part IX-A
  3. C
    Part X
  4. D
    Part X-A
Question 29Single Answer
It is often said that the key to the minds of the makers of our constitution lies in the:
  1. A
    Preamble
  2. B
    Fundamental rights
  3. C
    Fundamental duties
  4. D
    Directive principles of state policy
Question 30Single Answer
Disqualification of a member of parliament on the ground of defection is to be decided by
  1. A
    The President
  2. B
    Speaker of Lok Sabha
  3. C
    Speaker of Rajya Sabha
  4. D
    Either (b) or (c), as the case may be
Question 31Single Answer
Preamble to the constitution of India:
  1. A
    is not a Part of the constitution.
  2. B
    Indicates the objectives to be achieved.
  3. C
    Indicates the source from which the constitution derives its authority.
  4. D
    Is a source of authority of the constitution of India.
Question 32Single Answer
The preamble to the Indian constitution is:
  1. A
    A Part of constitution; but it neither confers any power no impose any duties, nor can it be of any use in interpreting other provisions of the constitution.
  2. B
    A Part of the constitution and can be of use in interpreting other provisions of the constitution in cases of ambiguity.
  3. C
    A Part of the constitution and it confers  powers and impose duties as any other  provision of the constitution.
  4. D
    Not a Part of the constitution.
Question 33Single Answer
The source of Directive Principles of State Policy in our constitution can be traced back to the constitution of
  1. A
    USA
  2. B
    United Nations
  3. C
    United Kingdom
  4. D
    Ireland
Question 34Single Answer
The following are enshrined in the preamble to the constitution of India
(a) Equality of status and opportunity
(b) Liberty of thought , expression , belief ,faith and worship.
(c) Fraternity assuring the dignity of the individual.
(d) Unity and integrity of the nation .
Which one of the following is the correct order in which they appear in the preamble ?
  1. A
    5,1,2,4,3
  2. B
    3,2,1,4,5
  3. C
    3,1,2,5,4
  4. D
    1,2,4,3,5
Question 35Single Answer
Which one of the following is in correct order in the preamble of the Indian constitution ?
  1. A
    Sovereign ,socialist ,secular, democratic and republic
  2. B
    Sovereign, secular, socialist,  democratic and republic
  3. C
    Sovereign , secular, democratic, socialist and republic
  4. D
    Sovereign , democratic , secular, republic and socialist.
Question 36Single Answer
The text of the preamble of the constitution of India aims to secure  ?
  1. A
    Fundamental rights to all individuals .
  2. B
    Fundamental duties of citizen of India
  3. C
    Dignity of the individual and unity and integrity of the nation .
  4. D
    Security of service to government servants .
Question 37Single Answer
Words secular and integrity were added by ______amendment  of the constitution.
  1. A
    1st Amendment  Act
  2. B
    24th Amendment Act
  3. C
    42nd Amendment Act
  4. D
    44th Amendment Act
Question 38Single Answer
Preamble of the constitution of India has been amended _____times so far?
  1. A
    Two
  2. B
    Three
  3. C
    One
  4. D
    Never
Question 39Single Answer
'Test of control' deals with:
  1. A
    master and servant relationship
  2. B
    measures of damages
  3. C
    course of employment
  4. D
    implied authority
Question 40Single Answer
In which of the following cases the Supreme Court held that the audi alteram partem rule, in essence enforces the equality clause in Article 14 and it is applicable not only to quasi-judicial bodies but also to administrative order adversely affecting the party in question?"
  1. A
    U.P. Warehousing Corporation Vs. Vijay Narain
  2. B
    Delhi Transport Corporation Vs. DTC Majdoor Union
  3. C
    A.K. Gopalan Vs. State of Madras
  4. D
    Gullapalli Nageshwar Rao Vs. APSRTC
Question 41Single Answer
The inadequacy of consideration will be taken into account by a court of law:
  1. A
    when the promisor expresses his desire to get maximum return for his promise
  2. B
    when the promisor performs his promise
  3. C
    when fraud, coercion or undue influence in the formation of the contract is pleaded
  4. D
    always at the discretion of the court
Question 42Single Answer
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)  committed to provide:
(a) Universal access to affordable, reliable  and modern energy services
(b) Improving the share of renewable energy
(c) Doubling of energy efficiency by 2030
(d) Protection of ocean and wetland
  1. A
    (a), (b) and (c) are true
  2. B
    (a), (c) and (d) are true
  3. C
    (b), (c) and (d) are true
  4. D
    (a), (b) and (d) are true
Question 43Single Answer
Which of the following is not included in the definition of law under Article 13 of the Constitution of India?
  1. A
    Legislation
  2. B
    Customs
  3. C
    Usage having no force of law
  4. D
    Ordinance
Question 44Single Answer
Which of the following Article of the Constitution uses the term 'martial law'?
  1. A
    Article 33
  2. B
    Article 34
  3. C
    Article 352
  4. D
    Article 353
Question 45Single Answer
In the Constitution of India, the principle of rule of law is mainly embodied in
  1. A
    Article 14
  2. B
    Article 32
  3. C
    Article 226
  4. D
    Article 227
Question 46Single Answer
In case of theft under IPC, the following ingredients are necessary .
I. Dishonest intention to take the property
II. The property can be movable or immovable
III. Property should be taken without the consent of the person
IV. There must be some removal of the property
V. The property must be movable property
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
  1. A
    I, II, III and IV
  2. B
    II, III, IV and V
  3. C
    I, III, IV and V
  4. D
    I, II, III and V
Question 47Single Answer
Which of the following are true with regard to the desertion of spouse under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 ?
I. Factum of separation
II. Animus deserendi
III. Prescribed period of two years must have passed before presentation of petition
IV. With reasonable cause
V. Without the consent of the petitioner
Choose the correct answer from the options given below .
  1. A
    I, III, IV and V
  2. B
    II, III and IV
  3. C
    I, II, III and V
  4. D
    I, II and IV
Question 48Single Answer
Choose the correct chronological order of the jurists from the earliest to the latest .
I. Austin, Bentham, Pound, Holmes
II. Bentham, Holmes, Austin, Pound
III. Bentham, Austin, Pound, Holmes
IV. Holmes, Austin, Bentham, Pound
V. Bentham, Holmes, Pound, Austing
Codes :
  1. A
    Only II
  2. B
    Either I or II
  3. C
    Only III
  4. D
    Only V
Question 49Single Answer
Given below are two statements .
Statement I  : The power of legislation carries with it the power to delegate and unless the legislature has completely adbicated or effaced itself, there is no restriction on delegation of legislative powers .
Statement II  : Paraliament can abdicate or efface itself by creating a parallel legislative body .
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below .
  1. A
    Both statement I and statement II are correct
  2. B
    Both statement I and statement II are incorrect
  3. C
    Statement I is correct, but statement II is incorrect
  4. D
    Statement I is incorrect, but statement II is correct
Question 50Single Answer
Consider the following statements .
I. An agreement without consideration is a void contract
II. An agreement in restraint of marriage is a voidable contract
III. An unmeaning agreement is a void contract
IV. An agreement to do imossible acts is a voidable contract
V. An agreement in restraint of legal proceedings is a void contract
Choose the correct answer from the options given below .
  1. A
    I and III
  2. B
    II and IV
  3. C
    I, III and V
  4. D
    Only V
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